Lille: Treasure Hunt and Beer Tasting in Old Lille

For beer enthusiasts seeking a unique adventure in Old Lille, the "Lille: Treasure Hunt and Beer Tasting" experience offers an engaging 2.5-hour exploration. Participants can expect to visit four tasting bars, sample 12.5-cl bottles, and compete in challenges like a tasting quiz and photo hunt. With the promise of discovering a recipe for Lille’s braderie beer, this treasure hunt promises a friendly atmosphere and the chance to navigate the charming streets of the historic city.

Key Points

• This 2.5-hour activity in Old Lille combines a beer-themed treasure hunt with beer tastings at four bars, where participants sample various beer styles and flavors.
• Participants compete to create a recipe for Lille’s braderie beer, complete an orientation challenge to locate the tasting bars, and participate in a photo challenge.
• The activity is available in both French and English and is wheelchair accessible, although suitability for children under 18 is limited.
• Customer reviews highlight the friendly atmosphere and engaging challenges, but also mention issues with language support, organization, and the experience being suitable for independent pub visits.
• The activity is priced at $32.63 per person, and personal drinks are not included in the tastings.

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Activity Overview

The title of this activity is "Lille: Treasure hunt and beer tasting in Old Lille," and it lasts for 2.5 hours.

Priced from $32.63 per person, it’s available in French and English.

The activity is wheelchair accessible, but prospective participants should check availability as it’s likely to sell out.

Reservations can be made now with free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

The experience includes a beer-themed treasure hunt, 4 beer tastings, a tasting quiz, a beer recipe, and a photo challenge featuring the city’s street art and landmarks.

Experience Highlights

This beer-themed treasure hunt in Old Lille offers participants the chance to embark on an orienteering challenge to locate 4 tasting bars.

At each bar, they’ll sample 12.5-cl bottles of beer and tackle a tasting quiz to identify the flavors and styles.

Participants will sample 12.5-cl bottles of beer at each bar and complete a tasting quiz to discern the flavors and styles.

Along the way, they’ll also find a beer recipe to recreate at home. Plus, a photo challenge encourages teams to capture the city’s street art and landmarks.

The experience culminates in a tasting quiz where the winning team receives a prize.

With these engaging activities, the treasure hunt provides an immersive exploration of Lille’s beer culture.

Scenario and Challenges

Participants compete to create a recipe for the official beer of Lille’s braderie, an annual flea market that attracts over 2 million attendees.

The challenges include an orientation challenge to locate the four tasting bars, a quiz to identify beer flavors and styles, finding a beer recipe, and a photo challenge featuring city landmarks.

Teams of 2 to 6 participants navigate the city streets, completing tasks and earning points. Monitored remotely by animators, the winning team receives a prize.

Personal drinks aren’t included in the tastings, which feature 12.5-cl servings of the featured beers.

Event Structure

When participants arrive, a host welcomes them and provides a briefing on the rules and basic beer knowledge. Teams then set off with a roadbook to locate the beer recipe, which is the goal of the treasure hunt. Animators remotely monitor the teams, and the winning team receives a prize. The event structure is as follows:

| Activity | Description |

| — | — |

| Welcome & Briefing | Host explains rules and beer basics |

| Treasure Hunt | Teams use roadbook to find recipe |

| Remote Monitoring | Animators track team progress |

| Prize | Winning team receives a gift |

Personal drinks are not included in the tastings, which feature 4 beers in 12.5-cl bottles.

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Customer Feedback

Reviewers offered mixed feedback on the Lille treasure hunt and beer tasting experience.

The activity received an overall rating of 3.3 out of 5 based on 3 reviews.

Some positives included:

• Friendly atmosphere and original route

• Engaging challenges like the orientation, tasting quiz, and photo hunt

However, there were also some negatives:

• Issues with language support and organization

• Feeling the experience could be done independently at a pub

• Unsuitability for children under 18 years

Finding the Beer Recipe

One of the key challenges in the Lille treasure hunt and beer tasting experience is finding the beer recipe. Teams must navigate the streets of Old Lille using a roadbook to locate the bars serving the tasting samples. At each bar, participants complete a quiz to identify the beer’s flavors and styles. The final challenge is to use this knowledge to create a recipe for the official beer of Lille’s braderie festival. Participants are judged on their creativity, adherence to style guidelines, and overall presentation. The winning team receives a special prize for their efforts.

| Criteria | Points |

| — | — |

| Flavor Identification | 20 |

| Style Adherence | 20 |

| Creativity | 30 |

| Presentation | 30 |

| Total | 100 |

The Orientation Challenge

Although the treasure hunt and beer tasting takes place in the historic district of Old Lille, participants must navigate the winding streets using only a roadbook provided by the event organizers.

The orientation challenge requires teams to:

• Locate the 4 tasting bars scattered across the neighborhood

• Follow directional clues and street signs to find each bar

• Work together to interpret the roadbook and plot the best route

• Stay on track amid the bustling crowds and charming alleyways of Old Lille

This test of map-reading and teamwork skills is key to completing the challenges and finding the official beer recipe.

The Tasting Quiz

After navigating the winding streets, teams arrive at the four tasting bars across Old Lille. At each bar, they’re greeted by a tasting quiz, testing their beer knowledge. The quiz covers:

| Beer Characteristic | Questions |

|———————|———–|

| Flavor Profile | 2 |

| Brewing Process | 1 |

| Beer Style | 1 |

| Alcohol Content | 1 |

Correctly identifying the beer’s attributes earns points. The team with the highest quiz score at the end wins a special prize. This tasting challenge allows participants to deepen their appreciation for the craft beers of Lille.

Ask Away

What Is the Dress Code for the Event?

The event does not specify a dress code. Participants should wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and shoes suitable for walking around the city during the treasure hunt and beer tastings.

Can Participants Bring Their Own Beer to the Event?

No, participants cannot bring their own beer to the event. The experience includes 4 beer tastings in 12.5-cl bottles, and personal drinks are not permitted. The event focuses on the organized beer tastings as part of the treasure hunt activities.

Is There a Minimum Age Requirement to Participate?

There is a minimum age requirement of 18 years old to participate. The activity is not suitable for children under 18 as it involves beer tastings as part of the experience.

Are Vegetarian/Vegan Food Options Available During the Event?

The event doesn’t mention vegetarian or vegan food options. It focuses on beer tastings and provides soft drinks as alternatives. Participants should inquire about dietary accommodations when booking to determine if their needs can be met.

Can Participants Join the Event Alone or Do They Need to Be in a Team?

Participants can join the event alone, but they’ll need to be in a team of 2 to 6 people. The teams are not mixed with strangers, so solo you will need to find their own team members to compete together.

Final Words

Participants will embark on a captivating treasure hunt through Old Lille, navigating the charming streets and sampling 12.5-cl bottles of beer at four tasting bars. They’ll compete in challenges like a tasting quiz and a photo hunt, ultimately collaborating to create a recipe for Lille’s braderie beer. This engaging 2.5-hour experience is perfect for beer enthusiasts seeking a fun and immersive adventure.

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